Adtran has confirmed a strategic collaboration with Sonic Fiber Internet to bring 50Gbit/s passive optical network (50G PON) connectivity to California.
The partnership is pitched as a proactive step to ensure Sonic continues to deliver ultra-fast broadband services that meet the growing demand for higher capacity and faster speeds across the US.
By leveraging Adtran’s 50G PON technology, Sonic aims to lead the industry in connectivity standards for both residential and business customers, enabling a range of applications from smart home integration and advanced entertainment streaming to frictionless remote work and high-speed business connectivity.
The technology coexists with GPON and XGS-PON and futureproofs the network ensuring scalability for evolving digital needs.
“Our partnership with Adtran marks a major milestone in the evolution of ultra-fast connectivity in California. By developing the state’s first 50G PON network, we’re laying the foundation to meet the rapidly growing demands of emerging technologies and data-intensive applications,” said Stephen Bradley, VP of Sales and Marketing, Sonic Fiber Internet.
Christoph Glingener, CTO, Adtran, said: “By integrating with existing fiber networks, 50G PON enables incremental upgrades that minimize disruption while allowing Sonic to stay ahead of market trends. This approach supports a variety of use cases, from enhancing connectivity in homes and high-density residential areas to powering enterprise campuses and public Wi-Fi expansion. It also future-proofs the network for emerging Wi-Fi standards and smart city infrastructure – driving down costs and accelerating widespread adoption.”
